Beneficial fruits according to climate and season.

It makes sense that nature would have the correct fruits to benefit us as per the climate and the season.    Though the same chart can be used globally , highlighting one region makes it simple.

Pakistan’s diverse climate allows for a wide variety of seasonal fruits to be grown throughout the year. Here’s a list of seasonal fruits commonly available in Pakistan, categorized by season:

Winter (December–February)

1. Citrus Fruits
   • Oranges (Kinnow): Juicy and sweet, grown in Punjab.
   • Maltas: Rich in flavor, commonly used for juice.
   • Lemons: Widely used in cooking and drinks.
2. Guava: High in Vitamin C and fiber, available in abundance.
3. Pomegranate: Sweet and tangy, often used fresh or in juice.
4. Persimmon (Amlok): Soft and sweet, available in northern areas.

Spring (March–May)

1. Strawberries: Fresh and sweet, mostly grown in Swat and Punjab.
2. Loquat (Lokaat): Small, juicy, and slightly tangy fruit.
3. Mulberries (Shahtoot): Available in black and white varieties, sweet and flavorful.

Summer (June–August)

1. Mangoes:
   • Known as the “King of Fruits,” varieties include Chaunsa, Sindhri, Langra, and Anwar Ratol.
2. Watermelon: Hydrating and sweet, perfect for hot weather.
3. Melon (Kharbooza): Sweet and refreshing, grown widely in Sindh and Punjab.
4. Lychee: Small, juicy, and aromatic, primarily grown in Sindh.
5. Peach: Juicy and soft, grown in Swat and other northern regions.
6. Apricot: Sweet and rich in nutrients, a specialty of Gilgit-Baltistan.
7. Plum: Sweet and slightly tart, grown in various regions.
8. Cherries: Fresh and sweet, primarily grown in the northern areas.

Autumn (September–November)

1. Apples:
   • Different varieties such as Kashmiri and Gala, grown in Balochistan and Azad Kashmir.
2. Pears (Nashpati): Juicy and sweet, grown in Punjab and northern areas.
3. Grapes: Seeded and seedless varieties, grown in Balochistan and Punjab.
4. Figs (Anjeer): Nutritious and sweet, grown in Balochistan.

Year-Round Availability

1. Bananas: Grown mainly in Sindh, available all year.
2. Papaya: Tropical fruit grown in Sindh and Punjab.
3. Coconut: Grown in coastal areas, often imported for year-round availability.

Specialty Fruits from Northern Pakistan

1. Mulberries (Shahtoot): Sweet and found in abundance in spring and summer.
2. Walnuts and Almonds: Technically nuts but often considered part of regional fruit harvests.